CVE-2015-6476: Critical severity advantech eki-1321 series firmware vulnerability

Published Nov 7, 2015
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Updated

Advantech EKI-122x-BE devices with firmware before 1.65, EKI-132x devices with firmware before 1.98, and EKI-136x devices with firmware before 1.27 have hardcoded SSH keys, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via an SSH session.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Advantech Eki-1321 Series Firmware<=1.96
Advantech Eki-1322 Series Firmware<=1.96
Advantech Eki-1321
Advantech Eki-1322
Advantech Eki-1361 Series Firmware<=1.17
Advantech Eki-1362 Series Firmware<=1.17
Advantech Eki-1361
Advantech Eki-1362
Advantech Eki-122x Series Firmware<=1.49
Advantech Eki-1221
Advantech Eki-1221d
Advantech Eki-1222
Advantech Eki-1222d
Advantech Eki-1224

Event History

Nov 7, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6476?

CVE-2015-6476 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of hardcoded SSH keys in the affected devices.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-6476?

To mitigate CVE-2015-6476, upgrade the firmware of affected Advantech devices to the latest version beyond the vulnerable releases.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-6476?

CVE-2015-6476 affects Advantech EKI-122x-BE devices with firmware before version 1.65, EKI-132x devices before version 1.98, and EKI-136x devices before version 1.27.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2015-6476?

The risks of CVE-2015-6476 include unauthorized remote access to devices due to exploitable hardcoded SSH keys.

5

Is it safe to use affected Advantech devices without fixing CVE-2015-6476?

Using affected Advantech devices without addressing CVE-2015-6476 exposes the devices to significant security risks.

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